Panasonic
AG-CX370
CX-series flagship with 1-inch 15MP MOS, 20x zoom, 10-bit 4K, 12G-SDI, genlock in, 4ch audio, NDI|HX2, and V-Log/HLG.
$6,995
Launch priceReleased Jul 2025
Sony
FDR-AX700
4K HDR Handycam with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 12x Zeiss zoom, 273-point phase-detect AF, S-Log3, and pro-style manual controls.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Oct 2017
AG-CX370 is 7.8 years newer.
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Wins
AG-CX370
Wins
FDR-AX700
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFDR-AX700 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 225)
- AAG-CX370 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- AAG-CX370 has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AAG-CX370 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AAG-CX370 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareAG-CX370
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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FDR-AX700
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700 share virtually identical body dimensions.
AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700 weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm AG-CX370 · 72mm FDR-AX700
Sensor size, to scale
AG-CX370
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
FDR-AX700
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
AG-CX370
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Reasons to choose
FDR-AX700
AF points / zones
759 vs 225 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
AF frame coverage
94 % vs 90 % — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AG-CX370
Pros
- ✓12G-SDI + genlock/timecode
- ✓4-channel independent audio inputs
- ✓NDI|HX2 IP streaming
- ✓V-Log / HLG HDR workflow
- ✓Three-ring manual lens control
Cons
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Large body vs HC-X2
- –NDI requires network setup
- –Successor premium over CX350
FDR-AX700
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked sensor + Hybrid AF
- ✓S-Log3 / HLG HDR workflow
- ✓12x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
- ✓Built-in ND filters
- ✓Dual SD + proxy recording
Cons
- –No XLR without adapter
- –4K30 max
- –No SDI output
- –Consumer Handycam ergonomics
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, AG-CX370 or FDR-AX700?
AG-CX370 scores 10.0/10 versus 8.0/10 for FDR-AX700 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700?
AG-CX370 is 15 MP and FDR-AX700 is 14.2 MP, so the AG-CX370 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700 have in-body image stabilization?
AG-CX370 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while FDR-AX700 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the AG-CX370 or the FDR-AX700?
AG-CX370 reaches 30 fps electronic. FDR-AX700 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700?
Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.
Do the AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700 record 4K video?
AG-CX370: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p. FDR-AX700: 4K up to 60p.
Are the AG-CX370 and FDR-AX700 weather sealed?
AG-CX370: Yes. FDR-AX700: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the AG-CX370 and 640 shots for the FDR-AX700, giving the FDR-AX700 the edge.
How much does each cost?
AG-CX370 launched at $6,995 and FDR-AX700 at $1,899. The FDR-AX700 is $5,096 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.